Kentucky Derby Party
May 1, 2010
Up to 20 people

Join us for the 136th running of the Kentucky Derby, May 1 (always the first Saturday in May).  Sip mint juleps from a commemorative glass (yours to take home) and savor traditional Derby fare including benedictine sandwich appetizers, Kentucky burgoo, cheese garlic grits and Kentucky thoroughbred pie.    Ladies, sport your favorite hat and gentlement, wear your best tie....and maybe win the prize. Place friendly wagers on your favorite entires.   Demonstrate your knowledge of horse racing. Post time is approximately 5:15 p.m.    Race coverage starts on big screen TV at 4:00 p.m.  Come join us for the Run for the Roses! 20 post positions!  To be hosted at Jill Johnson's on Bourbon Avenue. Donated by Branches 22

Tailgating for the LSU-Ole Miss Football Game
4 persons

Join John Jackson & Warren Fraser and the winning bidders for the Tailgating-Ticket package for some unforgettable pre-game tailgating.  This is not your usual hot dogs, chips and salsa kind of tailgating.....we guarantee!  LSU-Ole Miss football game on November 20, 2010

A Weeks Stay in A Cabin on Lake Tahoe

Spend a week in the woods at a cabin on Lake Tahoe.   Cabin is 4 miles south of Tahoe City on west short of Lake Tahoe.     Find the cabin on Google Maps The cabin sleeps twelve (plus a baby) in one double, two queen, four bunks, onedouble sofa-bed, and a crib.  The kitchen is fully equipped, including long work counter and dishwasher. What you can do at the cabin *  Enjoy a roaring fire *  Sit on the deck and enjoy the view of The Lake *  Play horseshoes *  Entertain friends *  Cook a gourmet meal in the large and well-equipped kichen *  Read a book from the cabin's collection *  Walk around Timberland or along The Lake *  Visit the State Parks:  Burton Cree, Ward Creek, Sugar Pine Point, D.L.Bliss, Emerald Bay, Lake Tahoe *  Watch the trout from "Fanny Bridge" in Tahoe City *  Eat at the many restaurants on the North and South Shores *  Gamble at the Noth or South Shore casions *  Boat or water ski on The Lake *  Sunbathe on Rocky Beach *  Be a "polar bear' and swin in Lake Tahoe *  Hike in the National Forest *  Hike to Fallen Leaf Lake for lunch or overnight camping *  Search for the smedlig *  Relax, relax, relax Renters are expected to leave the cabin clean and the laundry done! Available in off season, spring and fall.  Donated by Nancy Sidener

Week in San Miguel de Allende in Mexico

A weeks stay at a beautiful house in the heart of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.   San Miguel is an old colonial city which has been designated a World Heritage Site.  This year the city celebrates the 200th year since the revolution that separated Mexico from Spain.  This 1500 sq ft  house with a full roof-top terrace sleeps 6 and includes washer, dryer, fully equiped kitchen (although you won't want to miss the local cuisine), DVD player, wireless internet.  The climate is wonderful year around. Fly into the Leon - Guanajuato Airport (BJX).  There are flight connections through Houston to Leon on Continenal Airlines and through Dallas on American Airlines.   The house is only an hour and a half van ride away from the airport.....get delivered right to the front door.   San Miguel is great for walking.  The house is about a 15 minute walk from the center of town.    Also, taxis and buses are cheap and easy to find.  Click the 'Get Away Opportunities' link for photos of the house and the  San Miguel de Allende area.   You can also find a lot of resourcs online about area attractions.  Donated by Carrolyn and Charles Stutts